Member Updates
Music Biz broadcasts the latest announcements from around our community on our social feeds as our member companies continue to push the industry forward. If you are launching a new product, have been featured in an industry trade publication, or have a major announcement coming soon, we’d love to help spread the word — share it with Henryk Bik, Music Biz’s Communications & Content Manager, at henryk.bik@musicbiz.org.
NEW FOR 2024 Music Biz’s member news will be shared exclusively on our social channels, as the Member Updates section of our website is set to go offline later this year.
August 21, 2023 – Universal Music Group Unveils Program To Celebrate Hip-Hop’s 50th Anniversary
Universal Music Group has revealed a program of activities for fans to celebrate Hip-Hop’s 50th Anniversary. UMG’s celebration began earlier this month in New York City with the special lighting of The Empire State Building in gold to signify the half-century milestone, with guest appearances from Def Jam Recordings artists Ja Rule, Ashanti and Jadakiss. UMG also launched HH50.com, a dedicated hub where fans can find specially curated content, playlists and merchandise from the label’s artists.... Read More
August 21, 2023 – Music Biz Members Rimas Publishing and SESAC Latina Partner To Host Music 101 Seminar In Puerto Rico
Rimas Publishing has partnered with SESAC Latina to bring the Music 101 seminar to Puerto Rico for an exclusive all-day educational experience on August 23rd, aimed at supporting aspiring musicians in the region. The seminar will offer attendees insight into the creative, financial, legal and administrative aspects of the music business in conversations presented by prominent songwriters and industry executives. Music Biz member YouTube has signed on as the official DSP for the event. Those interested in attending Music 101 must RSVP and await approval. ... Read More
August 17, 2023 – Music Biz Member Apple Music Classical Partners with Salzburg Festival
Classical music streaming app, Apple Music Classical has struck a new deal with the Salzburg Festival to provide the app’s subscribers with quality exclusive audio recordings from the festival, Spatial Audio remastered recordings from previous festivals and an exclusive playlist created by the festival organization. All content from the festival is produced with Unitel and ORF and distributed by Platoon. “The Salzburg Festival, with its more than 100-year history, is very pleased to be able to present its unique lineup of incredible productions,... Read More
August 17, 2023 – Music Biz Member Warner Records Launches Defiant Records With Steve “Steve-O” Carless
Warner Records has partnered with Steve “Steve-O” Carless to launch a new joint venture, Defiant Records. Along with the launch of the label, Carless announced the release of “Defiant Presents: Jiggy In Jersey (ft. MCVERTT),” a project that pairs emerging producers and artist MCVERTT with rappers Bandmanrill and Sha EK. Carless currently serves as President of A&R at Warner Records, and has held senior leadership roles across major labels including Atlantic Records, Def Jam Recordings, Republic Records and Uptown Music.... Read More
August 16, 2023 – Music Biz Member Downtown Music Signs New Deal With The Hoosiers
Downtown Music has announced the company’s latest publishing and distribution deal with duo band, The Hoosiers. The band has signed a publishing deal with Downtown Music Publishing and a distribution deal with Downtown-owned FUGA via their Crab Race Ltd. imprint. The Hoosiers are set to release their fifth album, “Confidence,” this September. “The Hoosiers have an excellent back catalogue of much-loved hits and we’re excited to start the process of revisiting their past releases and bringing them to new audiences while finding new and creative ways to support their upcoming releases,” said Jedd Katrancha,... Read More
August 15, 2023 – Music Biz Member Universal Music Publishing Group Partners With Simon Cowell To Launch Syco Publishing
Universal Music Publishing Group has partnered with Simon Cowell and Syco Entertainment to launch Syco Publishing. Per the partnership, UMPG will support and administer Syco Publishing’s signed & developed songwriters and catalogs. The Syco Publishing roster currently includes Fifth Harmony, Camila Cabello, Lucy Spraggan, John Samuel Gerhart,, James Arthur, Grace VanderWaal and more. “Simon has been a good friend for decades and I’m thrilled he has finally decided to launch a publishing business with UMPG,” said Mike McCormack,... Read More
August 14, 2023 – Music Biz Member Primary Wave Partners With Sun Records & TC Restaurant Group To Expand Nashville’s Sun Diner
Independent music publisher, Primary Wave has partnered with Sun Records & TC Restaurant Group to expand Nashville’s famed Sun Dinner with a new location in Gatlinburg and plans to expand the chain nationwide. The new Gatlinburg location will feature a menu identical to the original Nashville location, plus all-new items and the debut of a “Late Risers” menu. Click here to read more from Digital Music News.... Read More
August 14, 2023 – Music Biz Member Bandlab Supports AI Advocacy Coalition Human Artistry Campaign
BandLab has announced its support of the ethical AI coalition, The Human Artistry Campaign, making the company the first music creation platform to openly support the campaign. BandLab’s CEO & Co-founder, Meng Ru Kuok, discussed the importance of ethical AI training and development during his “Augmenting the Artist: How AI is Redefining Music Creation and Innovation” presentation at this year’s Ai4 conference in Las Vegas. “By becoming the first music creation platform to support the Human Artistry Campaign,... Read More
August 11, 2023 – Music Biz Member BMG Partners With Fran Malyan and Michelle de Vries’ Extra Mile Music
Global music company, BMG has formed a new partnership with UK music industry execs Fran Malyan and Michelle de Vries’ newly launched music publishing company, Extra Mile Music. The partnership will focus on providing established songwriters with proven catalogs with personalized service, opportunities to work their catalogs beyond traditional avenues, and access to BMG’s global administrative & financial resources. “We are delighted to announce our partnership with Extra Mile Music,” said Alistar Norbury, President, Repertoire &... Read More
August 11, 2023 – Music Biz Member Nettwerk Music Group Opens European HQ In Germany
Nettwerk Music Group has expanded its European offices with a new headquarters in Hamburg, Germany. Managing Director of Nettwerk Music Europe, Martin Schuhmacher has been responsible for the company’s development in Germany for more than 15 years. Schumacher now leads a team of eight across the Hamburg and Hilversum locations. Nettwerk Music Group offices are based out of New York, London, Vancouver, Los Angeles and Sydney. “We are very excited to open our new European headquarters in Hamburg,”... Read More
